Press Council Of India Recruitment 2026 For Stenographer Grade C Posts
February 16, 2026
Press Council of India (PCI), a statutory autonomous body constituted under the Press Council Act, 1978, has released a notification for recruitment to the post of Stenographer Grade ‘C’. A total of 2 vacancies have been announced on Deputation Basis (Foreign Service Terms). The recruitment is open to officers serving in Central/State Governments, Union Territories, High Courts, PSUs, and other eligible institutions. Candidates must meet the prescribed service eligibility in the Stenographic Cadre and should not exceed 56 years of age as on the closing date. The position is based in New Delhi, and applications must be submitted offline through proper channel within 45 days from 14 February 2026.
Name of Organization
Press Council of India (PCI)
Post Name
Stenographer Grade ‘C’
Education
Officers holding analogous post in Level-6 OR 6 years service in Level-5 OR 10 years service in Level-4 in Stenographic Cadre. Graduate in English/Hindi with computer knowledge desirable.
Total Vacancies
2 Posts
Salary
Pay Matrix Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
Age Limit
Maximum 56 Years (as on closing date)
Application Fee
Not Mentioned
Selection Process
Scrutiny of Documents & Service Record (Deputation Basis)
Apply Mode
Offline (Through Proper Channel)
Job Location
New Delhi, Delhi
Last Date To Apply
Within 45 Days from 14 February 2026 (Approx. 30 March 2026)
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Stenographer Grade ‘C’
2
Level-6 Officer OR 6 Years in Level-5 OR 10 Years in Level-4 (Stenographic Cadre)
How To Apply
Download the prescribed application format (Annexure A – Bi-Data format) from the official notification.
Fill in all details clearly in BLOCK letters and affix a recent self-attested photograph.
Attach required documents including APAR dossiers for the last 5 years and Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
Ensure the application is forwarded through proper channel by the Cadre Controlling Authority.
Send the completed application to: The Secretary, Press Council of India, Soochna Bhawan, 8 CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003.
The application must reach the office within 45 days from 14 February 2026 (approximately 30 March 2026).
Candidates may send an advance copy via email to secy.pci@nic.in; however, it must be followed by the official forwarding through proper channel.
Applicants are advised to submit the application well before the deadline to avoid postal delays.